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How to Enable a New Sales Channel

SBI Growth

In other words, they sell via multiple sales channels. These sales channels can be internal. Inside, field sales, key accounts, etc. Point being, sales channels can take many shapes and sizes. And sales channels will be different dependent on the organization.

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The Biggest 2013 HR Challenge for Sales is 2014

SBI Growth

One key was an analysis of the sales force structure. It compares the new revenue contribution for 3 different sales channels: Direct Field Sales. Think about the future: What should your sales organization look like in 2014 and beyond? Download the Sales Channel ROI Calculator here.

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When to Pivot from an Indirect to Direct Sales Model

SBI Growth

Startup companies generally leverage channel partners to get instant scale without inheriting fixed cost. Hiring a direct sales team is expensive. A indirect selling model has plenty of benefits. A fledgling company looking for additional capital to bring on headcount.

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How to Build a B2B Sales Team Structure

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Inside Sales or Field Sales? (or Adoption of inside sales models has grown significantly in recent years. The idea is that sales reps prospect from central or remote locations, in a more structured environment. Even when they’re grouped into teams, field sales reps tend to be more individualistic and self-driven.

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What is the Secret to Successful Sales Effectiveness Initiatives?

SBI Growth

Here’s what could happen: Inside Sales: Field sales reps continue to serve customers who could purchase on-line. Channel Management Strategy Human Resources Change Management' The mechanics of designing and launching any one of these programs is difficult. But what’s more difficult is ensuring adoption.

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Expert Opinion: Capture Revenue with Strong Onboarding

SBI Growth

Early takeaways from the field: Sales Force Automation tool must be optimized – Salesforce.com adoption by reps and managers can be improved. As a starting point, download the Onboarding Activities List for all industries. We’ll continue to get their feedback as they socialize the list around their branches.

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How to Make the Number with Less People

SBI Growth

There are 10 best practices Sales VPs have taken to ensure this doesn’t happen. Below are five of the 10: Sales Manager/VP field sales rides : Participating with your sales reps on more field calls leads to increased revenue. By increasing the frequency you ride in the field, you will sell more business.

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